Target Audience:
Owners, operators, mechanics, and technicians working on International Harvester David Brown 1494 tractors.
Value Proposition:
Provides essential, detailed technical information necessary for maintaining and repairing the David Brown 1494 tractor, offering significant cost savings compared to professional servicing for many tasks.
Manual Enhancements:
This 'Improved PDF Manual' offers enhanced usability through bookmarks, searchable text, and an index, making information retrieval significantly faster and more efficient.
Systems Covered:
Belt Pulley, Brake, Clutch (Single and Dual Disc), Cooling System, Diesel Fuel System, Differential, Electrical System, Engine, Final Drive Assembly, Front Axle, Governor (Non Diesel), Hydraulic Lift System, Ignition System, Power Steering, Power Take-Off (PTO), Rear Axle, Steering Gear, Transmission, and much more.
Estimated Page Count:
Estimated 500+ pages (typical for comprehensive tractor service manuals)
Type:
Shop Service Manual / Repair Manual
Format:
PDF (Downloadable)
Engine:
Detailed coverage of the engine, including internal components, lubrication, cooling, and fuel delivery systems.
Transmission And Drivetrain:
Comprehensive information on the transmission, differential, final drive assemblies, rear axle, and front axle.
Hydraulic System:
In-depth coverage of the hydraulic lift system, including pumps, valves, cylinders, and troubleshooting.
Electrical And Ignition:
Detailed diagrams and procedures for the electrical system, ignition system, and starting systems.
Braking And Steering:
Thorough explanation of the brake system, steering gear, and power steering components.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance procedures, lubrication schedules, and fluid change recommendations.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting guides for identifying and resolving common issues.
Repair And Overhaul:
Step-by-step repair and overhaul instructions for all major tractor components.
Component Disassembly And Assembly:
Detailed instructions for disassembling and reassembling engine, transmission, hydraulic, and axle components.
Adjustments And Settings:
Procedures for adjusting clutch, brakes, governor, and other critical settings.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance and adjustments to detailed component overhaul and troubleshooting.
Quality Features:
Improved quality, zoomable, printable (individual pages or entire manual), searchable text, and bookmarked for easy navigation.
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Device Compatibility:
Compatible with all versions of Windows, Mac, iOS, Blackberry, iPhone, iPad, Android, etc.
Index Presence:
Indexed for quick access to information.
Engine Family:
Likely a David Brown or Perkins engine variant, common for IH tractors of this era.
Engine Type:
Diesel (typically a 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder naturally aspirated diesel engine)
Horsepower Range:
Estimated 60-80 PTO horsepower (specific output depends on exact engine configuration).
Injection System:
Details on diesel fuel injection pump and injectors will be covered.
Engine Oil Change:
Typical intervals of 100-250 operating hours, with specific recommendations provided in the manual.
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Annual or based on operating hours, with manual detailing the specific interval and fluid type.
Engine Oil Type:
API CD or CE rated diesel engine oil, with specific viscosity (e.g., 15W-40) detailed in the manual.
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Likely a universal tractor transmission fluid (UTTO) or IH Hy-Tran fluid, with precise specifications in the manual.
Transmission Fluid:
Specifications for transmission and differential oil type and viscosity.
Common Wear Items:
Wear on clutch plates, hydraulic pump seals, and potential issues with electrical connectors are common in tractors of this age, all addressed in the manual.
Diesel Fuel System Care:
Emphasis on fuel filter replacement and maintaining fuel system cleanliness.
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH), a major agricultural and industrial machinery manufacturer.
David Brown Legacy:
David Brown tractors were a significant part of IH's tractor lineup, known for robust engineering.
Production Era:
The 1494 model was produced during the period when IH manufactured or rebranded David Brown tractors, likely in the late 1970s to 1980s.
